Allergies · €25 GP review
Hay fever treatment online in Ireland
Seasonal sneezing, itchy eyes and nasal congestion. Reviewed by an Irish-registered GP — no appointment needed. A prescription is issued only if clinically appropriate.
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When over-the-counter tablets are not enough, a prescription nasal spray or eye drop often makes the season bearable. Tell us your symptoms and what you have tried, and an Irish-registered GP picks a suitable treatment.
What it costs
€25 per request, refunded in full if the GP decides it is not safe to prescribe online.
How quickly
Reviewed the same working day for requests submitted before 5pm, Monday to Friday. Weekend requests are reviewed the next working day.
Who this is suitable for
- You are aged 18 or over and living in Ireland
- You have seasonal sneezing, itchy eyes, a runny or blocked nose
- You have tried, or want to step up from, pharmacy antihistamines
- Any wheeze or shortness of breath — breathing symptoms need a consultation
- You are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive — the GP will route you to a consultation
- Symptoms only on one side of the nose, nosebleeds or loss of smell
- Fever, severe pain or feeling very unwell
What your €25 covers
- Short clinical questionnaire you can finish on your phone
- Review by an Irish-registered, IMC-listed GP
- Prescription sent securely to the pharmacy you choose
- A written note in your patient record you can download any time
What we'll ask you
7 short questions, most of them yes or no. Your answers go straight to the reviewing GP.
- Describe your symptoms
- What have you already tried?
- Any wheeze or shortness of breath?
- Are you pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive?
- Do you have any of: high fever, severe pain, breathlessness, confusion, or symptoms getting rapidly worse?
- List any drug allergies (or type 'none')
- Medicines you currently take (or type 'none')
When we'll say no
These answers stop the request and route you to a consultation instead.
- Breathing symptoms need assessment.
- Prescribing in pregnancy or while breastfeeding needs a consultation.
- These symptoms need to be assessed by a doctor directly.
When to get seen in person or urgently
- Get seen in person if you are wheezing, breathless or have a tight chest — this may be asthma triggered by pollen.
- Get urgent care for swelling of the lips, tongue or throat. Call 112 or 999 if you collapse, have severe difficulty breathing, or think it is an emergency.
Common questions
- Can I get a stronger hay fever spray online?
- Yes. If suitable, the GP can prescribe a steroid nasal spray, combination spray or eye drops that are not on pharmacy shelves.
- When should I start hay fever treatment?
- Steroid sprays work best when started a week or two before your usual season and used every day, not just on bad days.
- How much does an online hay fever prescription cost in Ireland?
- €25 for the GP review and prescription. Your pharmacy charges separately for the medicine. If the GP decides it is not safe to prescribe, the €25 is refunded in full.
- What happens if the GP cannot prescribe from my answers?
- You get a full refund of the €25, and the GP explains why. If a conversation would help, you can book a €39 video or phone consultation with an Irish-registered GP, usually the same day.
- Is a steroid nasal spray safe to use long-term?
- Used at the recommended dose through the pollen season, steroid nasal sprays are considered safe for most adults. Aim the spray away from the middle of the nose to reduce nosebleeds.
Related guides and treatments
Sources
- Hay feverHSE (Health Service Executive) — HSE health A–Z
- Allergic rhinitis — Clinical Knowledge SummaryNICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) — NICE CKS
Start your hay fever request
€25, reviewed by an Irish-registered GP. If it isn't clinically appropriate, the GP declines and you are refunded in full.